The Bottom Line
Salma Hayek's personal dedication to bringing this project to life is evident throughout this gorgeous biopic. With "Frida," Hayek proves she's a force to be reckoned with.
Pros
- Incredible movie about an incredible woman
- Salma Hayek is absolutely outstanding as 'Frida'
- Impressive selection of bonus features
Cons
- None worth noting
Description
- 'Conversation with Salma Hayek:' Hayek provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the project;
- Commentary by Director Julie Taymor;
- Commentary by Composer Eliot Goldenthal;
- AFI Question and Answer Session with Julie Taymor;
- Eliot Goldenthal interviews singer Chavela Vargas;
- 'The Voice of Lila Downs' Featurette;
- Featurettes on the production design, set decorations, and the music included in "Frida;"
- 'Salma Hayek's Recording Session:' Who would have known Hayek has a great singing voice?;
- 'Bringing Frida Kahlo's Life and Art to Film' Featurette;
- Frida Kahlo biographical facts.
Guide Review - "Frida" DVD Review
"Frida" follows the life of famed Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo, from her childhood through her last days. Salma Hayek is simply brilliant as the woman who lived life more passionately and endured more hardships than should have been humanly possible.
Alfred Molina seems to revel in bringing to life artist Diego Rivera, Frida's philandering husband. Antonio Banderas, Ashley Judd and Edward Norton appear in small but important supporting roles. Through the combined efforts of director Julie Taymor, Salma Hayek, and the entire cast, "Frida" was one of the best films of 2002.
Loaded with extras, this 2 disc set includes plenty of featurettes on the making of the movie as well as background information on the life and art of Frida Kahlo.
